Ivoirian wood mask, "Spirit of War"
Hand-carved by Salihu Ibrahim, a fierce personage shouts a rousing war cry. Hewn from sese wood, this rugged African mask comes from the Dan people who inhabit the mountainous regions of the Ivory Coast. It is thought to protect warriors in battle.
- 0.75 kgs
- 1.7 lbs
- 28 cm H x 16 cm W x 12 cm D
- 11" H x 6.25" W x 4.7" D
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Mike
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01/03/2018
"Spirit of War"





Great Mind blowing Mask! Fast shipping also!
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Spirit of War, Ivoirian wood mask
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Landon
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04/14/2022
"Gorgeous"





This fabulous mask looks beautiful in my library.
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Sandy
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03/11/2022
"The hair on the other hand is full and beautiful"





It was beautiful but I was hoping the beard would be fuller like in the picture- it is very skimpy The hair on the other hand is full and beautiful
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Tatyana
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01/21/2022
"Beautiful elephant"





Im a big fan of Salihu Ibrahim and this mask is another addition to my collection. Well done again Salihu Ibrahim!
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Guro Elephant II, Hand Carved Guro Elephant Mask Made in West Africa
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Oumarou
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11/20/2021
"Excellent"





Extremely good quality highly pleased. thank you .came as advertised and nicely packaged.incredibly satisfied.
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Fang Culture, Original Hand Carved Wood Fang Style Wall Mask
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Oumarou
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11/20/2021
"Excellent"





Extremely good quality highly pleased. thank you .came as advertised and nicely packaged.incredibly satisfied.
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